About this wine
An everyday-drinking dry white from Hokkaido Wine's approachable "Hokkaido" series, made from 100% Kerner grown and vinified entirely in Hokkaido. Muscat-like white-flower aromatics lead into fresh grapefruit, lemon, plum, and green apple notes, finishing clean and dry with balanced acidity. Awarded Silver at the 2021 Sakura Award and Bronze at the 2020 Hong Kong International Wine Competition.
A budget-friendly, food-versatile everyday dry white — a great low-risk way to try Hokkaido's signature Kerner grape.
Sommelier's Note
"The everyday face of Hokkaido Kerner — less concentrated than the winery's single-vineyard bottlings, but a reliable, citrus-fresh dry white that over-delivers for its price."
Food Pairings
Pairs well with carpaccio of white fish, grilled chicken salad, dishes finished with lemon, and Hokkaido cheeses. Also enjoyable with citrus-and-leafy-green salads.
When to drink it
Casual weeknight dinners, seafood izakaya nights, everyday aperitif
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Kerner
- Style
- White
- Alcohol
- 12%
- Price Range
- ¥1,600-2,000
Terroir & Winemaking
Made entirely from Kerner grapes grown in Hokkaido; part of Hokkaido Wine's value-oriented "Hokkaido" single-varietal series sourced from multiple growers. Non-vintage bottling, ABV 12%, 720ml bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Hokkaido Wine Kerner Dry sweet or dry?
- It is a dry (not sweet) white wine, with a clean, crisp finish balanced by citrus and green-apple acidity.
- What food pairs best with it?
- Carpaccio of white fish, grilled chicken salad, dishes with lemon, seafood, and Hokkaido cheeses are classic pairings.
- Is this a vintage wine?
- No, it is typically sold as a non-vintage (NV) bottling, blended for consistent everyday quality across harvests.
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